The Book of Fairies

The Book of Fairies is an enchanting, whimsical journey that will delight any young reader with a love for the fae. Susie Spikol’s storytelling sparkles with charm, bringing fairies to life in a way that feels both playful and magical.

Reina Metallinou’s illustrations are truly breathtaking. Each spread is soft, detailed, and full of wonder. They perfectly capture the ethereal beauty of the fairy world.

The book is on the longer side, but it’s cleverly organized so readers never feel overwhelmed.
Sections are divided by fairy type, like earth fairies, water fairies, and woodland sprites, and then by individual creatures, making it easy to explore a little at a time or dive deep for hours of magical reading.
While the target age is 4–8, older children who love fairies will also enjoy the immersive details and layered illustrations.

The introduction is fun and engaging, inviting readers to believe in magic while providing playful tips, like how to spot fairies in your area or attract them to your home. The mix of traditional folklore and imaginative storytelling makes it a treasure for anyone fascinated by fairy lore.

Overall, this is a beautifully crafted, whimsical book that feels like a magical keepsake. It’s perfect for story time, bedtime reading, or quiet moments of imagination, and any fae enthusiast, young or old, will treasure it.

A child's practical guide to fairies, containing references to creatures of folk tale and a sprinkle of authority that makes you wonder whether, just maybe, these little sparks of magic are actually out there in the wild places of the world waiting to be found. The opening chapters encourage exploration, with the direction to look for fairie friends out nature, to be a good steward to the rocks and growing things which are their home, and to guard hope and patience in the search. Fairies are shy little things, and if they choose to remain hidden, there's plenty of other wonders in the world to be discovered.

Then, the heart of this book lies in the descriptions of fairies. Pixies, glimmerings, salamandras, and many many more - these fairies take inspiration from tales across cultures, from green meadows to icy mountains to the watery seas. Each entry includes a full page illustration and a general description, including which other animals and fairies are their favorite friends and how to find them. Some fairies live in the deep wilderness, while others make their home just out of sight - on a beach, in the sparks of a fire, there waiting for those who dare to look.

Pick this up for the fairy lovers in search of a practical guide, or for anyone who could use a spark of creativity, a curious spirit, and a special little reason to explore the natural wonders outdoors.